Behringer EP2000, EP4000 User Manual

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PA Amplifiers

EUROPOWER EP4000/EP2000

4000 & 2000-Watt EUROPOWER Stereo Power Amplifiers with ATR (Accelerated Transient Response) Technology

EP4000: 2 x 2,000 Watts into 2 Ohms; 2 x 1,400 Watts into 4 Ohms;

4,000 Watts into 4 Ohms (bridge mode)

EP2000: 2 x 1,000 Watts into 2 Ohms; 2 x 750 Watts into 4 Ohms;

2,000 Watts into 4 Ohms (bridge mode)

Precise Power, Signal and Clip LEDs to monitor performance

XLR and ¼" TRS input connectors for compatibility with any source

Professional speaker connectors and “touch-proof” binding posts support most speaker wiring systems

Selectable low-frequency filters (30 Hz or 50 Hz) remove distracting infra-sound frequencies

Independent limiters per channel offer reliable protection against overload and distortion

High-current toroidal transformer for ultra-high transient response and absolute reliability

Ultra-reliable Toshiba/Fairchild power transistors

Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier

and speakers without shutting down the show

“Back-to-front” ventilation system including air filter for reliable operation

“Built-like-a-tank,” impact-resistant, all-steel 2U rackmount chassis

High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

Conceived and designed by

BEHRINGER Germany

The EP2000 and EP4000 represent everything musicians love about our popular EP1500/EP2500—excellent sound quality, road-worthy toughness and reliability, low-noise operation and incredible power. With 2,000 and 4,000-Watts respectively, the EP2000

and EP4000 amplifiers are perfect for medium-sized club gigs, mobile PA systems, church services or public spaces.

Everything you need, nothing you don’t

The über-simple front panel controls of these amps give you all of your sound’s vital signs at a glance. After flipping the MAIN switch, the POWER LED will light when the amp is ready for action. Both channels have independent gain dials

as well as clip LEDs that indicate when the signal is distorted and you need to reduce the gain. There are also SIGNAL LEDs that light up when a signal is present at the input.

Panel discussion

A panel of switches found on the back panel offers an array of cool options to apply to both channels of the EP2000 and EP4000. The Clip Limiter lets you get

even more out of the amplifier without overdriving either it or your speaker system. Built-in circuitry automatically senses when the EP2000 or EP4000 is being overdriven into “clipping” and then momentarily reduces the input level to avoid clipping distortion. This all happens in a few thousandths of a second, so it’s an inaudible way of avoiding audible clipping distortion. Of course, you can turn the Limiter off if you’re feeling lucky.

Ultra-low frequency sounds (infrasonics) are caused by rickety stage vibrations, mic thumps and wind noise. While technically inaudible, they can cause a huge drain on amp power, potential damage to your speakers and a sludgy sound in the audible bass ranges. Both EP models feature a defeatable Low Cut Filter that chops off unwanted frequencies below 50Hz or 30Hz (depending on your PA system’s capabilities).

The same panel contains the switches that allow you to put these amps to work in either stereo or bridge (mono) mode.

Both the EP2000 and EP4000 can be linked to additional power amps by switching into parallel mode.

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Behringer EP2000, EP4000 User Manual

Confi dential, for internal use only. Not to be reproduced.

EUROPOWER EP4000/EP2000

POWER switch

These amps have guts

There’s plenty of awesome features on the outside of the EP2000 and EP4000, but there’s also a team of cool components on the inside helping it work its magic. They come loaded with famously reliable Toshiba/Fairchild power transistors as well as a high-current toroidal transformer for ultra-high transient response and further reliability. Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects the amplifier

and speakers from any show-stopping meltdowns. There’s no need for

fuses, giving you one fewer potential mid-gig headache.

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The EP2000 and EP4000 have both XLR and ¼" TRS inputs. Even the

outputs are totally flexible, consisting of Speakon-compatible outputs and five-way binding posts. Whether you’re dealing with bare wire or boutique audiophile cabling, the EP2000 and EP4000 are right at home.

The exhaust fan, visible on the back panel, is the final stage of an internal front- to-back cooling system that keeps these amps working in the mild temperatures they love, even through periods of extended use. Finally, an impact-resistant, all-steel 2U rack-mount chassis helps these workhorses stand up to all the rigors

of the road.

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XLR input

¼" TRS input

 

 

BREAKER

Replaceable

CLIP

GAIN

 

 

(automated

IEC power

LED

controls

(channel 1)

(channel 1)

 

 

fuse)

connector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIGNAL

 

MODE switches

Speakon-

Binding Post

Overview

 

 

 

 

LED

 

(stereo, bridge,

compatible

Terminal

of MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

high-pass

outputs

 

switches

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

filters, limiters)

 

 

 

Stereo Mode

EUROLIVE B1520 PRO

EUROPOWER EP4000 (Stereo Mode)

XENYX SX2442FX

 

 

 

Input

L

Stereo out

R

channel 2

 

 

Input

 

 

 

channel 1

 

 

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